Possibly a number of different varieties.Dominique Séguier was the Bishop of Meaux 1637-1659. The 'Rose de Meaux' might have originated in his garden, but there is no evidence that he was the breeder, nor that it was discovered in 1637 when he became Bishop.

DNA analysis has shown that 'Red Damask' at L'Hay is a close relative of the centifolia 'De Meaux'. - see References.

Heirloom Old Garden Roses describe Rose de Meaux as an Old Garden Rose in miniature with its fragrant, medium pink, pompon-style flowers...Sets hips